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START YOUR BUILDING PROJECT HERE

To make sure your project gets started on the right track, follow these steps before submitting your building permit application.

1. Confirm Zoning, Setbacks, and Agency Signoffs

Contact the Planning Department to confirm:

Zoning for your property
Required setbacks
Any other agency sign-offs needed for your proposed construction

📞 Planning Department: 541-387-6840

If your project involves building a new residence outside a Sewer service, contact the Environmental Health Department:
📞 541-387-6885
✉️ mike.matthews@hoodrivercounty.gov

2. Address Information

If you need a physical address, contact the Building Department.

For property located within the City of Cascade Locks, contact the City for:

Setbacks
Zoning
Address assignment

📞 541-374-8484
🌐 cascade-locks.or.us
✉️ kwoosley@cascade-locks.or.us

3. Prepare Your Site Plan & Obtain Approvals

An accurate site plan is required
You must also:

Contact the applicable service districts in your area for Minimum Requirements for Structural Building Application
Obtain all required signatures from these districts before submitting your application

If you have questions about the application process, contact:
📞 Community Development Department: 541-387-6840

4. Driveway Access Requirements

If your project includes a new driveway:

County Road: Contact County Public Works for review
📞 541-386-2616
✉️ ROWPermits@hoodrivercounty.gov
State Highway: A permit from the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) is required
📞 ODOT Troutdale: 503-665-4006